Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

RYECROFT WAY, NE71 6BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYECROFT WAY, NE71 6BW.

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Population

250

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 36,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE71 6BW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE71 6BW spans multiple life stages — average age 54, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 19.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE71 6BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ryecroft Way, 0.2km from Wooler in Wooler. Administratively it sits within Wooler ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.

For families considering a move, NE71 6BW represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 54 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £288k, up 19.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE71 6BW are sourced from Output Area E00139389 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE71 6BW. The average age is 53.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 227,500

6 sales · Mean £ 238,583

Semi-Detached

£ 270,000

2 sales · Mean £ 270,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE71 6BW has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order7
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Wooler First School

Good103 pupils0.7 km
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Glendale Middle School

Good117 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Tankerville Arms Hotel0.4 km
  • Bridgend Farm0.6 km
  • Millyard House Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
  • No 1 Hotel0.2 km
  • Old Mill Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • The Mart Canteen0.5 km
  • Ad Gefrin0.5 km
  • Doddington Dairy Milk Bar0.6 km
  • Grinders Cafe0.2 km
  • Highburn House Caravan & Camping Park0.3 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Cheviot Farm Bakery0.2 km
  • Glendale Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Mike Hope of Wooler0.4 km
  • Riverside Village Store0.9 km
  • T W Brand of Wooler Ltd0.1 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Anchor Inn0.4 km
  • Angel Inn0.2 km
  • Black Bull Inn0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Cindy & Millies Takeaway0.3 km
  • Fry Fry0.3 km
  • Oriental Kitchen0.3 km
  • The Perfect Shot0.3 km
  • The Traybake Fairy0.5 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Wooler Bus Station0.2 km
  • Bus Station0.2 km
  • Bus Station0.2 km